Natural and Synthetic Resources Quiz

What is a natural resource?

• A man-made item

• A synthetic product

• A naturally occurring material

• A type of machine

How do we use natural resources?

• To create synthetic products

• To fuel our bodies and generate electricity

• To make toys and electronics

• To build machines

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Why do humans make synthetic resources?

• To destroy natural resources

• To help us survive and live a certain way

• To replace all natural resources

• To create more pollution

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What is a natural resource?

• A resource that is man-made

• A resource that occurs naturally in the environment

• A resource that is always renewable

• A resource that is only found in oceans

How do we use natural resources?

• To create synthetic materials

• To build robots

• For food, energy, and raw materials

• Only for decoration

What is a key difference between natural and synthetic resources?

• Natural resources are unlimited, synthetic are limited

• Natural resources are found in nature, synthetic are man-made

• Synthetic resources are always cheaper

• Natural resources are always man-made

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Which of the following is an example of a natural resource?

• Plastic

• Coal

• Nylon

• Polyester

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Why are natural resources important?

• They are always renewable

• They provide essential materials for life

• They are only used for making clothes

• They are not important

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What is one advantage of synthetic resources?

• They are always biodegradable

• They can be designed for specific purposes

• They are found in nature

• They never cause pollution

What is one challenge of using natural resources?

• They are always easy to find

• They can be depleted if not managed sustainably

• They are always renewable

• They are never affected by human activity

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